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Despite the pressure, Deeks notably leaves the papers unsigned at the end of the episode, choosing to remain a Liaison for several more seasons.

The "paper" mentioned at the end of the episode is the official document that would transition Deeks from an to a full-time NCIS Special Agent . Ncis Los Angeles 3x10

In this episode, the team works a joint operation with the LAPD to stop an explosives sale. During the sting, Deeks appears to shoot an unarmed man, leading Hetty to "fire" him and the LAPD to cut ties with NCIS. Despite the pressure, Deeks notably leaves the papers

The mole is revealed to be Quinn from Internal Affairs. After the case is closed, Deeks is welcomed back to the team. 📄 The Significance of "The Paper" During the sting, Deeks appears to shoot an

LAPD Lieutenant Bates acknowledges that Deeks has found a "home" with the NCIS team. He encourages Deeks to finally sign the papers and make it official.

Kensi is left in the dark and is devastated by Deeks' supposed firing, causing significant tension between them once the truth is revealed.

In Season 3, Episode 10 of NCIS: Los Angeles , titled the "paper" refers to the formal NCIS Agent paperwork that Marty Deeks is pressured to sign. Episode Summary: "The Debt"